Catalase is one of the most efficient enzymes known, breaking down hydrogen peroxide into water and oxygen at rates of up to 40 million reactions per second. In this investigation, you will measure how the rate of catalase activity changes as substrate concentration increases, generating a Michaelis-Menten curve and allowing calculation of the maximum reaction velocity (Vₘₐˣ) and the Michaelis constant (Kₘ). This is a fully quantitative IB Biology HL Internal Assessment investigation. This practical is suitable for IB Diploma Biology HL and Edexcel IGCSE Biology.
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Determining Water of Crystallization in Copper(II) Sulfate
Determine the number of moles of water of crystallisation in hydrated copper(II) sulfate by heating to constant mass. Classic IB, A-level and GCSE chemistry practical with full method, safety notes and calculations.
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Investigate the acid-base properties of Period 3 oxides from sodium to sulfur. IB and A-level chemistry practical with pH measurements and full analysis.
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Learn thin layer chromatography (TLC) by separating flower petal pigments. Calculate Rf values and compare solvent systems. IB and A-level chemistry practical.
States of Matter: Observing Water Phase Changes in the Lab
Observe and understand changes in states of matter by heating and cooling water. IGCSE and KS3 prescribed practical with method, safety notes and discussion.
Using ChatGPT for Science Education: A Teacher’s Guide
20 practical ways to use ChatGPT in science education. Create quizzes, lesson plans and assessments for IB, IGCSE and GCSE science teaching.





